Atlanta Hardwood Classic | Bruton’s Standouts (Pt. 4/4)
Cumming, GA – Atlanta Hardwood Classic was a strong event stacked with talent! There were quite a few big-time prospects all the way from middle school to the high school ranks. Check out this 4 part series that goes in depth about several prospects that were on display.
London Grayson | 2032 | 5’1″ Combo Guard (GA) | Team Huncho
Grayson is a tantalizing young prospect that plays with a feel for the game that is beyond his years. He moves at a different pace than his peers and has an incredible skillset. Grayson does things that you typically would only see at higher levels (high school varsity and beyond). His IQ for the game is advanced. Looking forward to watching him more. Breaks defenders down with his crossover dribble and handles well with his off hand. Already attracting double teams and full court pressure defensive coverages. He averaged close to 20 per game at Hardwood Classic while playing up an age group. Grayson’s maturity and skill make him a standout prospect.
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Johnquell Garner | 2028 | 6’4″ Power Forward (GA) | AE5
Garner is an imposing force that could be a dominant player at the high school level. He has plenty of functional athleticism and carves out a ton of space around the basket. Has good activity and a really good motor. Doesn’t shy away from contact and his production doesn’t decrease when he faces bigger opponents. Garner’s physicality and work rate are hard to match.
Chase Hurt | 2029 | 6’1″ Small Forward (AL) | North Alabama Lakers
Hurt was a dominant force that teams never consistently stopped. Gets downhill and turns the corner well when he’s in attack mode. Uses his sturdy frame to create and/or absorb contact as he drives to the basket. Excellent finishing ability and excellent energy on the floor. Hurt’s relentless drive makes him a tough competitor.
Kagan Morris | 2032 | 5’5″ Shooting Guard (GA) | Beyond Basketball
Kagan can develop into a special player. She didn’t miss a beat while playing with the boys and at times imposed her will on the game. She buried jumpers from long range, showed the ability to create off the dribble and rebounded the ball well. Morris’s confidence and skill set her apart on the court.
Jerome McClain | 2028 | 6’6″ Power Forward (GA) | YSE
McClain is a player we’ve been tracking closely and he improves with every viewing. He’s not afraid to meet a player at the rim and shows the spark of a competitor. He buried a few jumpers and showed a ton of promise as a pick and pop big man. If he can continue improving at this rate, he’ll make a big impact down the road as he enters high school. McClain’s progression is something to watch closely.
Jacody Terry | 2029 | 6’2″ Small Forward (GA) | Game Elite
Terry is an athletic marvel at this stage of development. He’s typically going to be one of the most athletic players on the floor and he’s got a good feel for the game as well. He constantly made good reads and created with the ball in his hands. If you don’t box him out, he’ll crash the glass and convert on multiple putbacks every game. Terry’s athleticism and instincts make him a standout.
Treu Taylor | 2029 | 5’4″ Point Guard (GA) | Game Elite
Treu is a fast point guard that can create a huge impact on the game as a scorer, facilitator or as a lockdown defender. Very mature game for a player his age. Taylor’s quickness and versatility make him a player to watch. Once he gets going from long-range, he becomes an even more difficult cover.
Cord Burrell | 2029 | 5’11” Small Forward (GA) | Georgia Generals
Versatile young wing that doesn’t mind playing in the post. Can see the floor, handles the ball well and racks up assists from the wing position. Burrell’s versatility and playmaking abilities are impressive for a player with his size and age. Stat sheet stuffer that makes big-time plays on a consistent basis.
Jarris Walker | 2029 | 5’6″ Point Guard (TN) | Team Mamba
Walker is one of the shiftiest young guards in his region. He’s incredibly quick and fast with the ball in his hands. Once he gets his jumper going, he becomes even more of a threat for his opponents. Walker’s agility and skill make him a tough guard.
Malachi Washington | 2028 | 6’4″ Power Forward (GA) | Balling Eagles
Washington catches your eye with his size and motor. He plays hard and shows a solid skillset for a player with his measurables. Soft hands around the basket, can hit an open shot and he runs the floor. Has a lot of really good tools to work with. Washington’s effort and skills make him a promising prospect.
Ernest Jones | 2027 | 6’4″ Small Forward (GA) | Conyers Kingsmen
Jones forced his will on his opponents with his size and finishing ability. He does a great job of carving space on the block and showing his hands. Catches well and makes quick decisions on the block. Not afraid to venture to the wing in spurts and can make a play in transition. Jones’ versatility and size make him a formidable player.
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Daviano Brown | 2028 | 6’2″ Shooting Guard (GA) | BTOB
Brown is a big-time athlete that surprised most of his opponents with his leaping ability. He can get off the ground well and finishes above the rim with ease. Brown’s athleticism makes him a highlight reel in the making. In this game, he finished with 23 points and several athletic plays.